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Brian Masse’s policy on pension tax

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Should the pensions of retired workers be taxed?

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Agree

No, falling interest rates are already draining elderly pension payouts

The NDP has expressed concerns about the financial security of pensioners, especially in the context of economic challenges such as low interest rates. They have advocated for measures to protect pensioners, such as expanding the Canada Pension Plan and ensuring that pensioners are prioritized in cases of corporate bankruptcy. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for those making over $50,000 per year

While the NDP has not explicitly called for taxing pensions only for those making over $50,000 per year, they have generally supported progressive taxation policies that place a greater burden on higher-income individuals. This approach is consistent with their broader focus on income inequality and social justice. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes, pensions should be taxed like any other income

The NDP has not explicitly called for pensions to be taxed like any other income, but they have not opposed the current system where pension income is subject to taxation. Their focus is more on ensuring adequate retirement income and protecting pensioners. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

Yes

The New Democratic Party (NDP) has not explicitly advocated for taxing all pensions. Their focus is more on ensuring adequate retirement income and protecting pensioners. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

While the NDP is generally supportive of protecting pensioners, they have not explicitly called for a complete exemption of pension income from taxation. They are more focused on ensuring adequate retirement income and protecting pensioners from financial risks. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, pensions should be based on private, non-taxable accounts

The NDP has not advocated for private, non-taxable pension accounts. They have instead focused on strengthening public pension systems, such as the Canada Pension Plan, and ensuring that workers have access to secure and adequate retirement income. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

New Democratic Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 229 voters that identify as New Democratic.

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